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Bitterroot Forest Rock Climbing Virtual Meeting
Rock climbing has increased in popularity in the Bitterroot National Forest. As a result, a year-long development of a comprehensive climbing management plan is now underway.
In a news release, public affairs officer Tod McKay invited the public to a virtual meeting concerning the plan s progress. The online meeting will be June 2 at 5:30 p.m. Two hours have been set up to discuss the current needs and possibilities for climbers throughout the forest, not just the popular places such as Mill Creek. This is one of several meetings planned. The news release noted the agenda:
They Fly Through The Air With The Greatest of Ease
Forest fires throughout the U.S. can be initially attacked from the air. Until recently, smokejumpers would jump to a safe area near the fire and hike to it. Another way is have two firefighters rappel down long lines from a hovering helicopter to the ground near the fire.. And, the rappel crews are also used for large fire support, hazard incidents and other operations on the forest service, according to Tod McKay of the Bitterroot National Forest.
But, the rappellers need training. So, 62 veteran rappellers, with two helicopters, will be coming to the Bitterroot Valley this month. The training will be at the Ruffatto Ranch on Bass Creek Road near the Bass Creek Recreation Area. The helicopters and crews are arriving this week, with further training May 27-29.